Honeywell Vibrex 2000 User manual

CAGE 99866
User Guide
For
Vibrex™2000,
Vibrex™2000 Plus
and
Enhanced Vibrex™2000 Plus
(Helicopter and Fixed Wing Versions)
Digital Dynamic Balancer/Analyzer
Systems
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May 07, 2015
Honeywell International, Inc
AEROSPACE –Torrance, CA USA
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REVISION HISTORY
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DESCRIPTION
DATE
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Contents
Quick Reference Guide ...................................................xi
1.0 Introduction..................................................................1
1.1 About This User Guide........................................................ 1
1.1.1 Organization.................................................................. 3
1.1.2 Notice Formats .............................................................. 3
1.1.3 Document Conventions ................................................. 4
1.1.4 Reference Documentation ............................................. 4
1.2 Product Support................................................................... 5
1.2.1 Fax Service.................................................................... 6
1.2.2 Internet Service.............................................................. 6
2.0 System Overview ..........................................................7
2.1 Vibrex Systems: Introduction............................................. 7
2.2 Product Description............................................................. 8
2.2.1 Vibrex 2000 System Overview...................................... 9
2.2.1.1 System Operations 9
2.2.1.2 System Benefits 10
2.2.1.3 Self-Test Feature 11
2.2.2 Vibrex 2000 Plus Enhancements................................... 12
2.2.3 Enhanced Vibrex 2000 Plus Enhancements .................. 13
2.3 System Specifications........................................................... 14
2.3.1 Vibrex 2000 Specifications ........................................... 14
2.3.2 Vibrex 2000 Plus Specifications.................................... 17
2.3.3 Enhanced Vibrex 2000 Plus Specifications............ 21
3.0 Getting Started .............................................................27

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3.1 Getting Started: Introduction............................................. 27
3.2 Basic Features ...................................................................... 28
3.2.1 Display .......................................................................... 30
3.2.1.1 Adjusting Screen Contrast 30
3.2.1.2 Screen Operations 30
3.2.1.3 Self-Test Screen 31
3.2.2 Keypad .......................................................................... 31
3.2.2.1 Alpha-Numeric Keys 32
3.2.2.2 Dedicated Keys 33
3.2.2.3 Context Keys 34
3.2.3 Channel Configuration .................................................. 34
3.3 Printing Data........................................................................ 36
3.3.1 Direct Serial Printing..................................................... 36
3.3.1.1 Basic Settings 37
3.3.1.2 Connecting the Printer 37
3.3.2 Printing With a PC ........................................................ 41
3.3.2.1 Downloading Data 42
3.3.3 Reading FFT Data ......................................................... 44
3.3.4 Using the PRINT Key ................................................... 45
3.3.4.1 Global Printing 46
3.3.4.2 Printing With REVIEW and PRINT Keys 51
4.0 Installation ....................................................................53
4.1 Installation: Introduction.................................................... 53
4.2 Vibrex 2000 Basic Equipment ............................................ 54
4.2.1 V2K Propeller Balance Kits.......................................... 55
4.2.1.1 V2K Single-Engine Kits 55
4.2.1.2 V2K Twin-Engine Kits 56
4.2.2 V2K Rotor Track & Balance Kits ................................. 57
4.2.3 V2K Helicopter and Fixed Wing Kit............................. 59
4.3 Vibrex 2000 Plus Equipment .............................................. 62
4.3.1 V2K Plus Propeller Balance Kits .................................. 62

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4.3.1.1 V2K Plus Single-Engine Kit 62
4.3.1.2 V2K Plus Twin-Engine Kit 63
4.3.2 V2K Plus Rotor Track & Balance Kit........................... 64
4.3.3 EV2K Plus Rotor Track & Balance Kit Options........... 66
4.3.4 V2K Plus Helicopter & Fixed Wing Kit........................ 67
4.3.5 Optional Equipment ...................................................... 69
4.3.6 Carrying Case................................................................ 71
4.4 General Installation............................................................. 71
4.4.1 Velocimeters.................................................................. 73
4.4.2 Photocell System........................................................... 74
4.4.2.1 Retro-Reflective Target 75
4.4.2.2 General Photocell Use 76
4.4.2.3 Repair of Photocell Wiring. 77
4.4.2.4 Photocell Placement 77
4.4.2.5 Target Positioning 80
4.4.3 Magnetic Pickup............................................................ 81
4.5 Sample Installations............................................................. 82
4.5.1 Lycoming O/IO-320/360............................................... 83
4.5.2 Lycoming O/IO-540...................................................... 83
4.5.3 Continental O/IO-470/520/550...................................... 83
4.5.4 P&W R-985/2800.......................................................... 84
4.5.5 Flat Opposed General Rules.......................................... 84
4.5.6 Radial Engine General Rules......................................... 84
4.5.7 Turbine Engines ............................................................ 84
4.5.8 Geared Reciprocating Engines ...................................... 85
5.0 General Operation........................................................87
5.1 Operation: Introduction...................................................... 88
5.2 Beginning Operation ........................................................... 88
5.2.1 Powering Up.................................................................. 89
5.2.2 Main Menu Screen ........................................................ 89
5.3 Basics of Operation.............................................................. 94

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5.4 Propeller Balancing (Generic)............................................ 96
5.4.1 Propeller Balance Setup ................................................ 99
5.4.1.1 Entering Aircraft IDs 99
5.4.1.2 Selecting Channels 100
5.4.1.3 Entering Horsepower 101
5.4.1.4 Setting Sensitivity 104
5.4.1.5 Saving Corrected Propeller Configurations (EV2K+
only) 107
5.4.1.6 Multiple Propeller Feature 109
5.4.2 Acquiring Balance Readings......................................... 112
5.4.2.1 Annotating the Reading 114
5.4.2.2 Balance Quality Indicator 114
5.4.3 Obtaining Balance Solutions ......................................... 117
5.4.3.1 Application Guidelines 117
5.4.3.2 Using the Propeller Protractor 118
5.4.3.3 Changing Performed Solutions 121
5.4.4 Finishing Propeller Balance .......................................... 122
5.4.4.1 If Unable To Use Weight Azimuth 123
5.4.5 Reviewing Balance Histories ........................................ 124
5.4.5.1 Reviewing Propeller Balance Measurements 126
5.4.5.2 Reviewing Other Balance Measurements 127
5.4.5.3 Reviewing Spectrum Peak Measurements 128
5.4.5.4 Reviewing Spectrum Order Analysis 129
5.4.5.5 Clearing Runs, Measurements, and Lists 129
5.5 Helicopter Rotor Track and Balancing (Generic)............. 129
5.5.1 Main Rotor Track.......................................................... 132
5.5.1.1 Main Rotor Track (Strobex) (V2K and V2K+) 132
5.5.1.2 Main Rotor Track (Strobex) (EV2K+) 134
5.5.1.3 Main Rotor Track (FasTrak®) (EV2K+ Heli Only) 136
5.5.1.4 Saving or Removing User Track Configurations
(EV2K+ Only) 141
5.5.2 Main Rotor Balance –Paper Charts (All units)............. 144
5.5.3 Using the Rotor Protractor............................................. 145
5.5.3.1 Counter-Clockwise Rotor Correction 151

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5.5.3.2 Clockwise Rotor Correction 156
5.5.4 Tail Rotor Balance –Using Protractor .......................... 156
5.5.4.1 Clockwise Rotors 157
5.5.4.2 Counter-Clockwise Rotors 158
5.5.5 Tail Rotor Track............................................................ 159
5.6 Helicopter Balance (EV2K+ Heli Only)............................. 161
5.6.1 Helicopter Balance Initial Startup ................................. 162
5.6.2 Helicopter Balancing..................................................... 164
5.6.2.1 Alternate Solutions 173
5.6.3 Auto-Correction............................................................. 176
5.6.4 Job Selection ................................................................. 179
5.6.5 Removing and Editing Models and Charts.................... 180
5.6.6 Helicopter Balance Run Print, Review and Clearing .... 185
5.7 Fixed Wing Balance (EV2K+ Fixed Wing only) ............... 186
5.8 Spectrum Analysis (All Vibrex 2000 units)........................ 188
5.8.1 Spectrum Analysis Setup............................................... 190
5.8.1.1 Ranging Feature 192
5.8.1.2 Annotating Spectra 193
5.8.2 Collecting Spectral Data................................................ 193
5.8.3 Order Analysis............................................................... 195
5.8.4 Spectrum Viewer Feature.............................................. 196
5.8.4.1 After Taking Measurements 197
5.8.4.2 Displaying Cursor Data 199
6.0 Maintenance..................................................................201
6.1 Maintenance: Introduction................................................. 201
6.2 Theory of Operation............................................................ 202
6.2.1 Digital Subsystem.......................................................... 202
6.2.2 Display Subsystem ........................................................ 203
6.2.3 Analog Subsystem......................................................... 204
6.2.3.1 Velocity Signal 204
6.2.3.2 Azimuth Signal 204

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6.2.4 Power Subsystem .......................................................... 205
6.2.4.1 Battery Power 205
6.2.4.2 On-Off Logic 206
6.2.4.3 Power Supplies 206
6.2.4.4 Short-circuit Protection 206
6.3 Routine Servicing................................................................. 207
6.3.1 Batteries and Replacement ............................................ 207
6.3.1.1 Battery Types 207
6.3.1.2 Battery Usage 208
6.3.1.3 Battery Insertion Diagram 209
6.3.1.4 Removal 210
6.3.1.5 Reinstallation 210
6.3.1.6 Setting Battery Time 211
6.3.2 EPROM Replacement ................................................... 211
6.3.2.1 Determining EPROM Versions 212
6.3.2.2 Getting Started 212
6.3.2.3 Replacement Procedures 213
6.3.3 Panel Retention Screws................................................. 215
6.3.4 Cleaning ........................................................................ 216
6.3.5 Testing........................................................................... 216
6.3.5.1 System Testing Using Model 11 Calibrator 216
6.3.5.2 Instrument Test Procedures for the Vibrex 2000 and
Vibrex 2000 Plus 219
6.3.5.3 Approach: 219
6.3.5.4 Procedure: 220
6.3.5.5 For The Vibrex 2000 (Basic) 221
6.3.5.6 For The Vibrex 2000 Plus 222
6.3.6 Clearing Memory Contents ........................................... 224
6.3.6.1 Vibrex 2000 224
6.3.7 Complete Unit Disassembly.......................................... 224
6.3.7.1 Parts List 232
6.3.7.2 Disassembly 233
6.3.7.3 Assembly 234
6.4 Troubleshooting................................................................... 235

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6.4.1 Fault Logs...................................................................... 236
6.4.1.1 Printing the Fault Log 236
6.4.1.2 Clearing the Fault Log 237
6.4.1.3 Failure Modes 237
6.4.2 Troubleshooting Guide.................................................. 238
6.4.2.1 Reference Table 238
6.4.2.2 No Vibration Reading 245
Appendix A: Photocell Taping.......................................249
Appendix B: EV2K+ Helicopters...................................255
Appendix C: EV2K+ FasTrak Configurations............259
Appendix D: EV2K+ Fixed Wing Aircraft....................263
Glossary ..............................................................................263
Notes ....................................................................................270

Quick Reference Guide
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Quick Reference Guide
This guide provides a quick-start reference for the Vibrex 2000
and Vibrex 2000 Plus and the Enhanced Vibrex 2000 Plus
Digital Dynamic Balancer systems. The term Vibrex unit refers
to all these systems. Throughout this document they may also be
referred to V2K, V2K+ and EV2K+ respectively.
To order this User Guide use Part Number 768-13841-X
(Latest Dash number).
Propeller Balance (Generic)
Propeller Balance, Run No. 1
Install the photocell, velocimeter(s), and reflective tape on
the propeller to be balanced.
Turn on the Vibrex unit.
Select Propeller Balance from the Main Menu
screen.
Ensure the propeller input is plugged into channel No. 1 and
A and any other propeller or velocimeter in the other
channel. Press START.
Select the engine horsepower, then press START.
Operate the propeller at the desired balance RPM. When the
RPM is steady, press START.
When the Vibrex unit has finished collecting data, press
START.
If the reading is not acceptable (greater than 0.2 IPS),
press START.

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Observe displayed note then press START.
Implement the solution and power off the Vibrex unit.
Propeller Balance, After Run No. 1
Turn on the Vibrex unit.
Select Propeller Balance from the Main Menu
screen.
Vibrex 2000 Plus Only - Select Continue Current
Session.
Edit the solution if it is different from the solution done
earlier then press START.
Operate the propeller at the same RPM as done in Run No.
1. When the RPM is steady, press START.
When the Vibrex unit has finished collecting data, press
START.
Continue making adjustments until the propeller yields the
desired IPS level, then press DONE from the Prop Balance
Quality screen.
Helicopter/Fixed Wing Balance
(EV2K+ only)
First Time Startup
Install the photocell, velocimeter(s), and reflective tape on
the helicopter/aircraft.
Turn on the Vibrex unit.
Select Helicopter Balance from the Main Menu
screen. (Fixed Wing Balance for fixed wing version.)
Use the ↑↓ ARROW keys to select your user
helicopter/aircraft model from the factory selections.

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After First Time Startup, Balance Run No. 1
Make sure the proper model is selected at the Choose A/C
Model screen, then press START.
Select the Component, Flight Regime and Change Type to
be used for balance, then press START.
Select Measurement Sensor. The default EV2K+ balance
channel can be changed, if desired. AutoCorrection
may also be toggled to <ON >. Press START.
Operate the component at the desired balance RPM. When
the RPM is steady, press START.
When the Vibrex unit has finished collecting data, press
START.
Press START to view the solution.
Apply changes exactly as specified or use ALTERNATE
SOLUTION to view other solution options.
Press Done (Next Run/Job) if balance is acceptable,
otherwise ensure the proper solution (change) type is
selected and press START.
Implement the solution and power off the Vibrex unit.
After Balance Run No. 1
Turn on the Vibrex unit.
Select Helicopter Balance (or Fixed Wing
Balance) from the Main Menu screen.
Select the component and <Continue Job> then press
START.
Operate the helicopter/aircraft at the same RPM as done in
Run No. 1. When the RPM is steady, press START.
When the Vibrex unit has finished collecting data, press
START.
Continue making adjustments until the component yields the
desired IPS level, then press DONE from the Aircraft
Balance Quality screen.

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Spectrum Analysis
Install the velocimeter in the desired location for
measurement.
Power up the Vibrex unit.
Press the SPECTRUM ANALYSIS context key.
Select the velocimeter channel and azimuth sensor channel
(if used).
Select the RPM range of interest.
Operate the aircraft at the desired condition for taking
measurements, then press START.
Press START to save.
Balance Reading
Install the velocimeters and photocell, as desired, for the
aircraft to be balanced.
Power up the Vibrex unit.
Press the TRACK & BALANCE context key from the Main
Menu screen.
Operate the aircraft in the desired condition.
Press the desired channel to take measurement input.
Press START to save.
Strobex Track
Install the Photocell (or magnetic pickup), Strobex, and
retro- reflective targets to be viewed.
Power up the Vibrex unit.
Press the TRACK & BALANCE context key from the Main
Menu screen.
Operate the aircraft in the desired condition.
Vibrex 2000 and Vibrex 2000 Plus
Press the STROBEX TRACK context key.

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Enter the number of blades to be tracked and observe the
targets.
Enhanced Vibrex 2000 Plus
Press the TRACK context key.
Insure that the proper helicopter model is selected.
Press the STROBEX context key.
Enter the number of blades to be tracked (if incorrect) and
observe the targets.
FasTrak®(EV2K+ Helicopter Only)
Install the magnetic pickup, FasTrak®and mounting bracket.
Connect the magnetic pickup to MAG PU A. Connect the
FasTrak® to MAG PU B.
Power up the Vibrex unit.
Press the TRACK & BALANCE context key from the Main
Menu screen.
Operate the aircraft in the desired condition.
Press the TRACK context key.
Insure that the proper helicopter model is selected.
Press the FasTrak context key.
Press the START key twice to acquire and observe the track
readings.
Press the START key to obtain a solution.
Printing
Connect the Vibrex unit to the printer using the appropriate
serial interface cable.
Power up the Vibrex unit and select PRINT.
Select the reading or reading set wanted to print then press
START or PRINT.

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Chapter 1
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This chapter gives a general overview of this user guide
and using it with the Honeywell Vibrex 2000 (V2K),
Vibrex 2000 Plus (V2K+) and Enhanced Vibrex 2000
Plus (EV2K+) Digital Dynamic Balancer/Analyzer
systems. It also gives information on customer support
services. Chapter 1 contains the following sections:
1.1 About This User Guide.................................................. 1
1.2 Product Support ............................................................ 5
1.1 About This User Guide
This user guide explains how to install, operate, and maintain the
Vibrex 2000 and Vibrex 2000 Plus systems. The text sets out the
basic procedures required to accomplish dynamic balancing with
optimum results, using these systems.
NOTE: If the user wants to get started right away, go to the
“Quick Reference Guide” at the beginning of this user guide.

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Vibrex 2000 Release - This user guide is written for the
following Vibrex 2000 firmware release:
Version 2.73
Vibrex 2000 Plus Release - This user guide is written for the
following Vibrex 2000 Plus firmware release:
Version 2.73+
Enhanced Vibrex 2000 Plus Release - This user guide is
written for the following Enhanced Vibrex 2000 Plus firmware
release:
Version 4.03+ (Helicopter)
Version 5.00+ (Fixed Wing)
NOTE: The Enhanced Vibrex 2000 Plus software runs
only on the Vibrex 2000 Plus hardware platform. Any
references to the Vibrex 2000 Plus hardware unit
specifications also apply to the Enhanced Vibrex 2000 Plus
system.
NOTE: The user must document all aircraft maintenance
actions according to existing instructions and perform them in
accordance with the appropriate maintenance manual.
The chapters explain basic steps required to accomplish optimum
one- per-revolution smoothing of aircraft rotors and other
equipment, if applicable.
WARNING: Installation of some brackets on some aircraft
involves removing nuts and/or bolts, affecting the safety of

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flight. Follow the aircraft maintenance manual if these
actions require additional procedures such as retorquing,
safetying, the reuse of nuts, inspections, or sign-offs.
1.1.1 Organization
This user guide has the following topical organization:
Chapter 1. Introduction - General user guide information and
overview.
Chapter 2. System Overview - Basic instructions on how to use
the Vibrex 2000 series and a general system description.
Chapter 4. Installation - Equipment list and general system
installation procedures.
Chapter 5. General Operation - Using the Vibrex 2000 to
achieve optimum dynamic balance results.
Chapter 6. Maintenance - Checking out the system, basic
repairs, and solving problems; includes a troubleshooting guide.
1.1.2 Notice Formats
In many places in this user guide, the user may see special
notices. Their headings have the following meanings:
NOTE: Here is additional useful information pertaining to
the current subject.
CAUTION: Be careful with this procedure or item because
of possible damage to equipment or loss of data.
WARNING: Exercise extreme care with this procedure or
item because of possible personal injury.
Special notices appear in the format shown here.

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1.1.3 Document Conventions
This user guide employs the following text and format
conventions:
Text on screen is shown in bold monospaced type.
This type represents text in this guide exactly as it appears
on the Vibrex 2000 display screen.
Vibrex 2000 and Vibrex 2000 Plus key names appear in
boldface and all-caps. Dedicated keys appear in bold, like
START, but context keys appear in bold italic, like DONE.
Bold italics designate personal computer (PC) keys, for
example, Enter.
Important topics or terms are in italics. Definition lists show
the defined term first in boldface, at the left-side margin.
Unnumbered sectional subtopics have the first term at the
start of the paragraph in boldface followed by a hyphen, for
example,
Vibrex 2000 Plus - Digital Dynamic Balancer.
Titles of chapters or sections are in quotation marks, for
example, “Document Conventions,” but the section numbers
are not, for example, see Section 1.1.3 “Document
Conventions”.
1.1.4 Reference Documentation
This user guide utilizes the following reference documentation:
The Smooth Propeller (Version 2), No. 9511-2
V2K Download Software User Guide, No. 14984
V2K Plot Software User Guide, No. 14983-1
Polar Coordinate Chart, No. 8016